Original laminate from the 1960s
Laminate from the 1960s with a built-in backsplash is quick to remove and the most common counter we replace.
Serving Addison & nearby Wood Dale, Itasca
Countertop Installation in Addison, IL
New countertops in Addison: talk to a fabricator about slabs, templating and install dates.
- Serving Addison ZIP 60101
- A new look without tearing the kitchen out
- Clean, protected work area every day
Countertop problems we fix in Addison
We install quartz, granite, quartzite and butcher block countertops in Addison: old tops removed, cabinets checked for level, templates made, and new counters set with the sink mounted and ready for hookup.
Cracked or chipped stone
Some cracks and chips can be repaired; when they run through the slab or sit by the sink, new tops are the lasting fix.
Not enough counter space
A bigger island top or a new peninsula adds workspace; we add support brackets where the overhang needs it.
Speckled builder granite
Busy speckled granite from the 2000s dates the kitchen. A calm quartz or a veined slab refreshes the look without new cabinets.
Stained or burned laminate
Swollen laminate around the sink and scorch marks by the stove — it is time for a surface that stands up to daily use.
Counters that stain easily
If coffee rings and oil spots soak in, we talk through low-maintenance surfaces like quartz.
Seams that show or separate
Wide or uneven seams often come from poor templating. We plan seam placement and use color-matched epoxy for tight joints.
Undermount sink coming loose
A loose undermount sink is a leak waiting to happen. New counters come with the sink properly mounted and sealed.
What the work covers
- Material selectionWe guide you through materials, colors and finishes and reserve your slab.
- Old countertop removalCareful tear-out of the old tops and disposal, protecting cabinets and walls.
- Cabinet check and levelingBase cabinets are checked for level and support before the template.
- FabricationCutting, edge profile, sink and cooktop cut-outs and faucet holes.
- Installation and seamsCounters installed and leveled, seams leveled and filled to match.
- Undermount sink mountingWe mount and seal the sink to the stone so it is ready for plumbing.
- Backsplash optionsA matching 4-inch stone splash or a full-height slab backsplash.
Finishes we offer
QuartzLow maintenance and consistent; the most popular choice for busy kitchens.
Butcher blockWood tops add warmth and can be refinished; keep them oiled.
QuartziteNatural stone that looks like marble with better durability; needs sealing.
Porcelain slabsUltra-durable porcelain that resists heat, stains and UV.
Edge profilesEased square, bevel, half bullnose or ogee — the edge changes the whole look.
What the work looks like in Addison homes
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DetailCountertop Installation in a 1950s ranch, Addison
This one is a 1950s ranch in Addison. Before: light beige laminate and stainless double sink. What bothered the owners most: laminate that had seen better days. Finished kitchen: black honed granite countertops with a tight seam, an undermount sink and a new faucet. On site this meant cabinet check and leveling, undermount sink mounting, plus backsplash options.
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AfterBefore and after: a postwar Cape Cod in Wood Dale
This one is a postwar Cape Cod in Wood Dale. The kitchen as it was: light beige laminate and stainless double sink. What bothered the owners most: laminate that had seen better days. Finished kitchen: charcoal concrete-look quartz countertops with a tight seam, an undermount sink and a new faucet. The job covered old countertop removal, installation and seams, plus undermount sink mounting.
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AfterAn Itasca 1990s two-story colonial: before and after
A 1990s two-story colonial near Nordic Park, a typical kitchen for Itasca. What we started with: white ceramic tile with dark stained grout lines and white double sink. The main complaint was tile counters with grout that never looked clean. The result: warm walnut butcher block countertops with a tight seam, an undermount sink and a new faucet. The job covered fabrication, undermount sink mounting, plus backsplash options.
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AfterAddison kitchen, postwar Cape Cod: kitchen backsplash installation
A white 2x8 tile in a vertical stack backsplash with clean edges and outlets set flush.
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AfterAddison kitchen, 1960s ranch: kitchen remodeling
What changed: cabinets in dark teal with brushed nickel bar pulls, charcoal concrete-look quartz counters, a white 2x8 tile in a vertical stack backsplash, hickory luxury vinyl plank flooring and recessed lights and under-cabinet LED strips.
Kitchen Remodeling in Addison →How your countertop installation goes
- Choose your materialVisit a slab yard or look at samples at home; we help you choose.
- TemplateWe measure the installed cabinets on site with digital templating.
- FabricationYour tops are cut to template, with the chosen edge and cut-outs.
- InstallationOld tops out, new tops in, seams joined and sink mounted — usually in a day.
- HookupPlumbing goes back on after the sink adhesive sets.
Countertop Installation questions from Addison homeowners
What does countertop installation include?
Template, fabrication, removal of the old tops, installation, seams, sink mounting and cleanup. Plumbing reconnection is usually a separate step.
Do you install laminate and solid surface too?
We install laminate, solid surface, quartz, granite and wood — whatever fits the budget.
Do you install backsplashes too?
We can do a matching stone backsplash or tile once the counters are set.
How long from template to installation?
Commonly one to two weeks, depending on the material and the shop schedule. We give you a date at templating.
Do you do bathroom vanity tops?
Yes. Vanity tops are often cut from remnants of the kitchen slab, so they match.
What is the Addison building department phone number?
Permits go through Community Development Department (Building & Zoning), phone (630) 693-7530. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Do I need a Addison-registered contractor for countertop installation?
Addison does not require contractor registration, but trade licenses and a Letter of Intent must be submitted with each permit application. We take care of that before work starts.
Do I need a permit for countertop installation in Addison?
It depends on the scope. Addison's rule in short: Addison's Building Division states building permits are required by code for all work; most applications are reviewed within 10 business days through the online portal. We handle the permit when one is needed with Community Development Department (Building & Zoning).
Do you work in my part of Addison?
Yes. Our crews work across Addison — ZIP 60101 — and nearby Wood Dale, Itasca, Villa Park.
Working in Addison
- A lot of Addison kitchens date from the 1960s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Addison homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- We know how Community Development Department (Building & Zoning) handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
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Other kitchen services in Addison
Countertop RepairChips, cracks, seams and burns fixed without replacing the top.
Kitchen Backsplash InstallationTile backsplashes with clean lines and flush outlets.
Kitchen Sink Installation & ReplacementNew sinks, undermount and farmhouse styles.
Kitchen RemodelingFull kitchen remodels, from layout to last cabinet pull.
Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.